Over the last few years The Governors Guards (State Defense Force, also known as The Connecticut Foot Guard) continues to grow and expand on its mission. As the force continues to grow, it has increasingly recognized the need for a strong Non-Commissioned ...
A Beacon of Hope: Texas State Guard’s Annual Medical Mission, Operation Border Health Preparedness Begins
Operation Border Health Preparedness is a significant yearly mission that The Texas State Guard works with in conjunction with a diverse range of health agencies and organizations. Launched over two decades ago, this medical mission aims to provide compre ...
Virginia Defense Force Facilitates National Guard Mobilization through Key Administrative and Logistical Assistance
Starting July 8, 2023, the Virginia National Guard (VNG), under Joint Task Force Cardinal, began a 30-day mission assisting the Texas Military Department with border security operations in response to a request for support through the Emergency Management ...
Navigating Your Questions: StateDefenseForce.com’s Revamped FAQ Section Drives Dynamic Dialogue and Easy Exploration
StateDefenseForce.com is thrilled to announce a new and exciting development aimed to enhance your experience on our website. Recognizing the necessity for clear communication and appreciating your insightful queries, we have been motivated to construct a ...
POLL – Should State Defense Forces Have Full Time Active Duty Recruiters?
The Texas State Guard boasts the largest and strongest State Defense Force (SDF) force of 1,500 soldiers, maintained and reinforced by a team of active duty recruiters who are deeply committed to their mission. These recruiters work relentlessly, Monday t ...
Rappelling to Navigation: GSDF’s Rigorous Search & Rescue Training
As one of the primary missions of The Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF), Search & Rescue serves as an integral arm of their operations. These specialized units are activated in response to a variety of situations including natural disasters, severe w ...
New Class of Texas State Guard Trainees Embark on Rigorous Search & Rescue Program
The Texas State Guard, a dedicated force renowned for its comprehensive training program for Search & Rescue missions, has recently had a new class embark on a new phase of its specialist training program. On June 10-11, 2023, troops gathered in Green ...
Washington State Guard Honor Guard Highlights 38th Annual Naturalization Ceremony with Symbolic Presentation
The Washington State Guard (State Defense Force)) boasts a prestigious Honor Guard, a select group of soldiers entrusted with the important duty of protecting and presenting both the state and national flags. This group holds a position of high esteem wit ...
Guarding Against Disaster: South Carolina State Guard Amplifies Dam Inspection Training
Dams play an integral role in the hydrological system of any region, especially in South Carolina with its impressive count of over 10,000 dams. These structures serve multiple purposes - from flood control and water supply to irrigation and electricity g ...
Training Today for Tomorrow’s Disasters: Georgia’s Defense Force Readies for Action
The Georgia State Defense Force's 4th Brigade has undertaken an intensive training day focusing on landing operations and Medevac loading procedures. This exercise is part of their ongoing commitment to improving their emergency response during natural di ...